Not much for watching sport I'll admit but I am interested in this topic. I have always hated the idea that I needed to stand up to prove my loyalty to my country... or hand over my heart... respect sure or perhaps, but when you don't now a days and too often... your un-American. Perhaps by your narrow view, but not to me. Lazy, disscurdius maybe but un-american: NO.

I did not say it was "un-American." For me, it is a sign of respect. I do not, and did not, say that anyone else should do it or had to do it. Please, do not read more into things than are actually there.

I was watching golf and missed the National Anthem but heard it was butchered almost beyond recognition.I hate it when so called singers change the song they are supposed to sing.The Black Eyed Peas need to get back in the can and I will seal it up.

NO!! In these troubling times, it is important to remember what Freedom means. When you look at Egypt . . . oh my. I am glad as Kid Rock says "I Was Born Free" -- You gave me pause to think about it. You are not crazy. With two Marine's (ex -- though I suppose there is no such thing) it is a thought provoking question. Thanks and SEMPER FI!